Blog Archive

Minnehaha Academy Latin students earned national recognition on the National Latin Exam, with 8 Gold Medalists (including multiple perfect scores) and 4 Silver Medalists, highlighting their dedication to academic excellence, critical thinking, and a deep appreciation for language and history. 

Families often consider factors such as academic rigor, class size, school culture, extracurricular opportunities, and overall fit. Because private schools vary in structure and approach, visiting schools and asking thoughtful questions can help determine which environment best aligns with a child’s needs.

Public schools and private schools differ in areas such as governance, admissions policies, class size, and curriculum flexibility. Understanding these differences can help families evaluate which type of school may be the best fit for their child.

Artist and Upper School art teacher Nathan Stromberg ’96 reflects on the intersection of faith, creativity, and teaching. In this Q&A, he shares how his own artistic practice informs the classroom and encourages students to embrace imagination, risk-taking, and growth.

Eleventh grader Mckenna takes on our “Seven Questions,” sharing favorite Minnehaha memories, the teacher who inspires her, and her hopes to one day serve others through work in the medical field.

Eleventh grader Eben takes on our “Seven Questions,” sharing favorite Minnehaha memories, the teacher who inspires him, and his dream of designing life-changing medical technology.

Now working at Steve Madden in New York City, Madeleine Danzberger '19 manages projects focused on sustainability and social impact in the fashion industry. Her work explores how design, manufacturing, and corporate responsibility can come together to build a more sustainable future.

After studying international and global studies and psychology at the University of Minnesota, Matt is now a J.D. candidate at Harvard Law School. His journey reflects curiosity, openness to new directions, and a growing passion for persuasive advocacy.

After studying classical languages at Wheaton College and completing a semester in Oxford, Annika is now pursuing a master’s in classics at Notre Dame. As she prepares for a career teaching Latin, her studies draw together language, literature, history, and faith.

Nicholas’s path from Drake University’s actuarial science program to his role at Optum is shaped by a love of solving complex problems and the discipline required to pursue actuarial certification. Along the way, he reflects on failure, perseverance, and the formative lessons of Minnehaha.

Sophie King '21 is pursuing a master’s degree in classics at Notre Dame, exploring how ancient texts continue to shape literature, culture, and Christian thought. Her journey reflects a deep love of learning, language, and formation.

Young children learn through their bodies first. Movement helps the growing brain organize information, regulate emotions, and build connections between different areas of the brain. When children engage in intentional movement—especially activities that involve pressure, balance, and coordination—they are better able to focus, transition between activities, and engage in learning.

Minnehaha Academy Latin students earned an impressive 18 awards at this year’s Ludi Romani, a competition open to all Latin students in the state.

From Roman history and mythology to geography, life and customs, and word derivation, students placed across every level of written testing. Our Certamen teams also delivered strong performances, including a 1st-place finish at the Intro level. We are proud of the dedication, scholarship, and teamwork that led to such a strong showing for the Redhawks!

At Minnehaha Academy, athletics are about more than performance. Wins matter. Effort matters. Excellence matters. But what matters most is who students are becoming.

We checked in with our Athletic Chaplain Derek Swanson to talk about how sport shapes faith, character, and servant leadership.

Every parent wants their child to love reading, but between homework, screens, and busy schedules, that joy can sometimes fade.

In this episode of Raising Curious Kids, Minnehaha Academy librarian Ms. Besser shares simple, practical ways to help your child grow their love of reading. From choosing the right-fit book, to making reading feel fun (not like homework), to finding balance with screen time — these quick insights will give practical tips for helping your child as they journey into the world of reading!